The best time to visit Andorra will greatly depend on what you plan on doing in the country. Andorra has alpine weather, with snowy winters and warm and dry summers. But depending on the altitude and the orientation of the slopes, there could be a variation to the climate patterns.

But nonetheless, weather patterns in Andorra, a small but scenic nation in Western Europe can be quite predictable. The guide below can you help you determine the best time to visit Andorra:

Trekking and hiking. Trekking and hiking in Andorra is best done between April and October, during the warmer season as everything will be fresh and green. You won’t have to deal with snow or the harsh cold during this time of the year.

Joining festivals and cultural events. The best time to visit Andorra and make the most of your vacation here is during the summer time, which is on July to September. The country’s villages are vibrant with festivals and events, which is a perfect opportunity for you to sample Andorra’s local cuisines and delicacies. But do take note that this is also the peak season in the country. Books can be pretty booked by then and prices for accommodations and airfare can balloon during this time.

It’s best to plan ahead and make reservations early on to avoid the rush.

Skiing and wintersports. The main lure of Andorra is skiing and what better time to visit Andorra for a ski trip than during winter time. The coldest months fall between December and March and that is when the snowfall is heaviest. The slopes are perfect by then.

But if you missed the snow from December to March, don’t fret. There are some ski resorts which remain open even after the winter season. These ski resorts make use of snow machines or man made snow on the slopes.